Trimax SnakeS2 Manuel utilisateur

Operator’s Manual

TRIMAX MOWING SYSTEMS

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www.trimaxmowers.com 1 27 March 2019

Welcome to Trimax Mowing Systems!

Firstly, thank you for selecting a Trimax mower. All of us here at Trimax Mowing Systems

congratulate you on becoming one of the most important people in our business, a Trimax

customer.

Trimax is a progressive company that continually strives to satisfy your needs, so we welcome

any feedback you can provide to help us improve our products and services to meet your

expectations. Any constructive comments about this operator’s manual are also welcome.

Your Trimax mower has been designed to perform its task efficiently and with a minimum of

maintenance. This handbook provides safety guidelines, fitting instructions, maintenance

requirements, parts listings and warranty forms. We recommend you carefully read the entire

handbook before operating the mower as this will enable you to take full advantage of your new

machine’s considerable potential.

If you will be in charge of this machine but will not be operating it, please ensure all operators

have access to a copy of this manual and are familiar with the machine and its operation before

using it. A sign-off form is included so you can keep a record of those employees who have been

trained to operate the machine. Extra copies of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or

direct from Trimax Mowing Systems if required. The part number is printed at the bottom of each

page.

Please ensure that whoever delivers your mower familiarises you with the mower and that you

read and sign the Commissioning and Warranty Registration Certificate. This form ensures that

both you and the installer were satisfied with the product at the time of delivery and that you know

how to set up, maintain and operate it correctly. It also signifies the beginning of the warranty

period and, we hope, a long and fruitful relationship between us.

Note that if you register on-line the warranty period will extend to three years. Details of

how to register are on the Commissioning and Warranty Registration Certificate.

Once again, thank you for selecting a Trimax product.

Best regards

The Management and Staff

Trimax Mowing Systems

www.trimaxmowers.com

TRIMAX SNAKE S2 OPERATORS MANUAL 
ENGLISH EDITION 
©Trimax Mowing Systems (NZ) Ltd 
 
www.trimaxmowers.com 2 27 March 2019
 
TABLE OF CONTENTS 
1. Commissioning & Warranty Registration Certificate.................................................................................... 4 
2. Notes About This Manual. ........................................................................................................................... 5 
3. Safety........................................................................................................................................................... 6 
3a. Hazard Identification. ............................................................................................................................. 7 
3b. Safety Labels.......................................................................................................................................... 9 
3c. To The New Owner or Operator........................................................................................................... 10 
3d. Safety Sign-off...................................................................................................................................... 10 
3e. Safety sign-off Form............................................................................................................................. 10 
4. Label Identification..................................................................................................................................... 11 
4a. What Labels Mean. .............................................................................................................................. 11 
5. Declaration of Conformity. ......................................................................................................................... 14 
6. Product Description.................................................................................................................................... 15 
7. Specifications............................................................................................................................................. 16 
8. Machine Identification................................................................................................................................ 18 
9. Equipment Matching.................................................................................................................................. 19 
10. Options..................................................................................................................................................... 20 
11. Instructional Videos & other Support....................................................................................................... 21 
12. Setting Up................................................................................................................................................ 22 
12a. Attach The Mower To The Tractor..................................................................................................... 22 
12b. Purge The Hydraulic Lift Rams.......................................................................................................... 32 
12c. Other Checks...................................................................................................................................... 33 
12d. Uncoupling The Mower From The Tractor......................................................................................... 34 
13. Before Operation...................................................................................................................................... 35 
12a Daily Checks ....................................................................................................................................... 35 
14. Using the Machine for the First Time....................................................................................................... 36 
15. Operation & Adjustments......................................................................................................................... 37 
15a. Transport Locks.................................................................................................................................. 37 
15b. Raise & Lower The Mower Decks - Standard Pull Rope................................................................... 38 
15c. Raise & Lower The Mower Decks - Optional Remote Unlock. .......................................................... 40 
15d. Raise & Lower The Mower Decks –Kerb Jump Function. ................................................................ 40 
15e. Cutting Height..................................................................................................................................... 41 
15f. Moving Between Jobs......................................................................................................................... 42 
15g. Starting The Mower............................................................................................................................ 42 
15h. Operating Hints. ................................................................................................................................. 43 
16. Service & Maintenance............................................................................................................................ 45 
16a. Transmission Covers. ........................................................................................................................ 46 
16b. Drive Belts.......................................................................................................................................... 47 
16c. Blades................................................................................................................................................. 48 

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16d. Roller Scrapers................................................................................................................................... 50 
16e. Wear Skids......................................................................................................................................... 51 
16f. Greasing.............................................................................................................................................. 52 
16g. Gearbox Oil. ....................................................................................................................................... 54 
16h. Driveshaft Maintenance. .................................................................................................................... 55 
16i. Wheel & Tyres..................................................................................................................................... 58 
16j. Pitch & Roll Pivots............................................................................................................................... 59 
16k. Clearing Blockages. ........................................................................................................................... 60 
16l. Cleaning. ............................................................................................................................................. 60 
16m. Roller Bearings.................................................................................................................................. 61 
17. Service Schedule..................................................................................................................................... 62 
18. Troubleshooting....................................................................................................................................... 64 
19. Lifting & Transporting............................................................................................................................... 67 
20. Storage. ................................................................................................................................................... 69 
21. Tools. ....................................................................................................................................................... 70 
22. Bolts & Nuts............................................................................................................................................. 71 
23. Spare Parts.............................................................................................................................................. 72 
24. Supplement.............................................................................................................................................. 73 
24a. Snake Lifting and Tiedown Instructions ............................................................................................. 73 
 
 

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1. Commissioning & Warranty Registration

Certificate

1. Where to find the Commissioning and Warranty Registration Certificate:

a. This is a triplicate form, which should be found inserted into the cover of this manual.

b. The warranty on this Trimax product is spelt out in the Warranty Policy document.

2. The purpose of the form:

a. The document must be completed by the owner of the machine and the agent from whom it

was purchased. It is designed to protect all parties involved by ensuring that:

•the machine has been properly assembled and is in a safe condition before being operated

•all relevant parts have been properly lubricated before use

•the owner and/or operator is familiar with this operator’s manual and understands how to

use it

•the owner and/or operator has been instructed how to operate the machine correctly under

actual working conditions

•the owner and/or operator is aware of safety issues regarding the use of the machine

•the owner and/or operator has been instructed in the care and maintenance of the machine

•the owner is satisfied with the machine’s performance.

3. What to do if the Warranty document has not been supplied with the machine:

a. If the document was missing when the machine was delivered and commissioned,

immediately contact the agent from whom the machine was purchased and request a new

certificate.

4. Where the papers go:

a. The Warranty Registration document is a triplicate form. The pages are for different purposes:

•the top layer is yellow and is to be returned to Trimax Mowing Systems at the address

shown.

•the middle layer is blue and is retained by the agent who sold the machine to the

purchaser.

•the bottom layer is printed on white card and is to be retained by the purchaser.

5. How to fill in the form:

a. Do not separate the pages before completing the form. Place it on a flat, hard surface and

complete the top (yellow) copy using a ball point pen. Press firmly and print clearly. The pages

are self-inking, so the other layers will be filled in at the same time. When the form has been

completed, the top two pages should be distributed as indicated and the bottom copy kept by

the owner of the machine in a safe place.

b. IMPORTANT! Note that Trimax Mowing Systems may not be obligated to honour any

warranty claim(s) on this product unless the Commissioning and Warranty Registration

Certificate has been completed in full and the appropriate copy returned to Trimax Mowing

Systems at the address shown on the form.

6. My Trimax:

a. On the Trimax Mowing Systems website there is a section called “My Trimax”. This is

available only to owners and users of Trimax mowers and to Trimax dealers.

b. Included in this section are instructional videos, spare parts listings including full parts

drawings, operator’s manuals, service bulletins, spares instructions detailing how to fit

parts and options, and reference material including the full warranty statement.

c. To log on to My Trimax:

•Go to the Trimax website at www.trimaxmowers.com.

•Click on “My Trimax”

•Click on “Register” and fill in the form.

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2. Notes About This Manual.

1. Language:

a. This manual was originally written in New Zealand English, which is very similar to British English.

Translations into other languages are derived from the New Zealand version.

b. Names for parts and machine components have been kept as international as possible but some

terms may be foreign to users in some markets. We apologise for any confusion.

2. Pictures:

a. The pictures in this manual are typical examples of the mower and its parts. Some components may

appear different from those on the mower being used but the pictures should still assist the operator

to carry out the necessary operations.

b. In some cases, guarding has been removed for clarity. Guarding or other parts shown may be

optional in some markets and some items not shown may be standard in other countries.

c. Where a tractor is shown it is used only to enhance the clarity of the instructions. Tractors differ

significantly, and operators should be familiar with the tractor controls and their operation before

attempting to attach or use the mower.

3. Instructions:

a. The instructions given are applicable in most instances. Wherever possible, alternative instructions

are given if differences between models or options significantly affect the procedures.

4. Conventions:

a. The directions left, right, front and rear, are as seen from the driver's seat of the tractor facing in the

normal direction of travel.

b. On multi-spindled rotary mowers (including the Striker, ProCut, Stealth, Snake, Pegasus,

X-WAM, and Topper ranges), Trimax convention is to identify the blade spindles as A, B, C, etc.,

starting from the left-hand side. On machines with more than one mowing deck, the left spindle on

each deck starts with A.

c. On Trimax flail mowers (including the Warlord, Ezeemow and FlailDek ranges), the cutting head is

driven from one end of the mower. The end where the pulleys are enclosed within the belt guard is

called the “drive end”; the other end is known as the “non-drive end”.

5. Tractor Brand Impartiality:

a. Trimax Mowing Systems is a privately-owned group of companies and has always been so.

Trimax operates completely independently from all tractor manufacturers and does not favour any

brand or model over any other. Front mounted mower decks may be tractor specific, but this is

because those tractors are especially suited to a given application or because there has been

customer demand for mowers to fit them.

b. Where tractor brands or models are listed, no favouritism should be assumed based on the order in

which they appear. In many cases the manual pages were written as and when tractors became

available and suitable fitting kits were developed. Similarly, where particular tractor brands or

models do not appear, this may simply mean the mower is not suitable for some engineering reason

or that a mounting kit has yet to be developed.

6. Accuracy:

a. Every effort has been made to ensure the information given in this manual is as accurate as

possible at the time of publication. Trimax Mowing Systems will not be held liable for the

consequences arising from any errors.

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3. Safety.

1. Safety alert symbol.

This appears throughout this operator’s manual wherever the operation being

described requires special care or safety awareness. Read and obey all safety

messages and follow instructions carefully.

2. Definitions.

The words below, where used in this manual mean the following:

•DANGER: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, WILL result in death or

severe injury.

•WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in

death or severe injury.

•CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, MAY result in

minor or moderate injury and property damage. It may also be used to alert against unsafe

practices.

•IMPORTANT: Indicates an action which, if not adhered to, may cause damage to the

machine.

•NOTE: Indicates an advisory message which could enhance the operator’s understanding of

the machine or ways to avoid situations that could cause premature wear.

3. Responsibilities.

a. YOU are responsible for the SAFE operations and maintenance of your Trimax

machine. You must ensure that you and anyone else who is going to operate, maintain or

work around the machine is familiar with the operating and maintenance procedures and

related safety information contained in this operator’s manual. This manual will take you step

by step through your working day and alert you to all recommended safety practices that

should be adhered to when operating the machine.

b. Remember, YOU are the key to safety. Good safety practices not only protect you but also

the people around you. Make these practices a working part of your safety programme. Be

certain that everyone operating this equipment is familiar with the operating and

maintenance procedures and follows all the safety precautions. Most accidents can be

prevented. Do not risk injury or death by ignoring recommended safety practices.

c. Owners of mowing machinery must give operating instructions to operators or employees

before allowing them to operate Trimax machinery and at least annually thereafter or as

required by local occupational safety and health regulations.

d. The most important safety device on Trimax equipment is a safe operator. It is the

operator's responsibility to read and understand all safety and operating instructions in the

manual and to follow these. All accidents can be avoided.

e. In addition to the design and configuration of equipment, hazard control and accident

prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence and proper training of

personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of equipment. Train

all new personnel and review instructions frequently with existing workers. A person who has

not read and understood all operating and safety instructions is not qualified to operate the

machine. An untrained operator exposes themselves and bystanders to possible serious

injury or death.

f. Do not modify the equipment in any way. Unauthorised modification may impair the function

and/or safety, could affect the life of the equipment and will compromise the warranty.

g. Use only genuine replacement parts when repairing or reconfiguring the equipment. The

genuine parts have been tested and approved on the machine in the type of conditions it will

be used in. Nonstandard parts may render the machine unsafe.

Think SAFETY!

Work SAFELY!

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3a. Hazard Identification.

HAZARD

DESCRIPTION

REMEDY

Rotating blade

hazard

The blades rotate at high speed. Hands &

feet are well protected when the machine is

on the ground but must be kept clear when

the mower decks are off the ground.

Do not approach or attempt to work

on the machine while it is running.

Thrown object

hazard

Blades on rotary & flail mowers must move at

high speed to generate their cutting action.

Foreign objects that enter the cutting

chamber may turn into high speed

projectiles. Such objects are contained within

the cutting chamber when the mower is on

the ground but may escape when it is lifted.

Do not operate the mower if

bystanders are within 30 metres

(100ft).

Be aware that lifting the mower while

operating may allow projectiles to

escape.

Flails or fling-tip blades attach to blade

carriers with special bolts that allow the

blades to rotate freely. Loose or improperly

fitted bolts may allow blades to break free.

Ensure flail & blade bolts are fitted

correctly & tightened to the specified

torque.

Cut hazard

Mowers are fitted with sharp blades which

can cut hands when being fitted or handled.

Wear heavy gloves when working on

the machine.

Sheetmetal covers are made from thin metal

that could cut hands.

Wrap hazard

Any exposed rotating machine component is

a potential wrap point. Unguarded PTO or

drive shafts are examples. Long hair or loose

clothing can be caught & wrapped around

these parts, dragging the wearer into the

machinery.

Ensure all guarding is in place.

Do not wear loose clothing or

clothes with draw strings, etc.

Contain long hair.

Crush hazard

Tractor operated mowers are heavy. Many

can be raised or lowered on the tractor

linkage. Others have sections that can move

independently from each other. Raised

structures can drop and crush anything

underneath.

Always place suitable stands under

mower bodies, ensure transport

locks have engaged correctly &

safety devices have been fitted

before inspecting or working under a

raised mower or raised sections of a

mower.

Wear steel capped safety boots.

Bystander

hazard

People particularly children, are unpredictable

and may run into the operating area

unexpectedly.

Be aware of bystanders in the area,

particularly children. Stop the mower

if people approach within 30 metres

(100ft).

Fire hazard

Grass clippings blow about & can be trapped

in machinery. Hot tractor engines & exhausts

can ignite the clippings & extensively damage

the tractor & other property nearby.

Inspect inside tractor engine covers

& remove clippings frequently,

especially when operating in dry

conditions.

Carry a fire extinguisher on the

tractor.

Clippings trapped under the transmission

covers can ignite in hot dry conditions.

Lift mower covers & clean out

clippings regularly.

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Noise hazard

Mowers are designed to operate outdoors.

The operating position is seated in the

driving seat of the tractor. Noise generated

by the tractor & mower will vary considerably

depending upon the tractor being used, the

terrain & conditions.

Always use ear protection when

operating the mower if noise

exceeds safe working limits.

Dust hazard

Blades rotating at high speed stir up dust,

particularly in hot dry weather.

Wear a dust mask when operating

the machine in dry conditions.

Wear eye protection

Show consideration to others. Shut

doors & windows in buildings nearby

Transport

hazard

A tractor towing a mower is considerably

heavier than the tractor on its own & is

harder to stop.

Be aware. Drive defensively.

Mowers attached to light tractors may cause

the tractor wheels to lift off the ground when

braking or traversing bumps

Use a suitable tractor.

Fit approved ballast weights if

necessary.

Tractors often travel slower than other traffic.

Fit all signs, flags or beacons as

required by local laws. Turn on

headlights, tail lights & hazard

flashers. Comply with local driving

regulations. Pull over where safely

possible to allow faster traffic to

pass.

Pinch hazard

Pinch points occur where one object is

moving in a circle & another moves close to

it. Belt drives create pinch points where the

belt is moving onto the pulley.

Ensure all guards are fitted correctly

before operating the machine.

Shear hazard

Shear hazards occur when the edges of two

surfaces move against each. Tractor

linkages & mounted mowers move in relation

to each other. Mowers with multiple decks

have many sections that move

independently from each other as the decks

are lifted & lowered & when the machine is

following ground contours. Fingers or limbs

could be severed or seriously injured if

trapped between moving parts.

Keep clear of machinery when it is

moving.

Ensure all guards are fitted.

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